Transit and approach
The LIRR provides direct service to the Elmont-UBS Arena station. There is also shuttle bus service connecting to the Q2 bus line.
For the best Islanders gameday experience, skip Manhattan and focus your logistics on Long Island by taking the LIRR directly to the arena and staying in Garden City or Rockville Centre. These nearby towns offer easier arena access and more dining options.
At a glance
- Cashless
- Cashless
- Re-entry
- No re-entry
- Gates open
- Gates open 90 min before
- Outside food
- No outside food
- Getting here
- The LIRR provides direct service to the Elmont-UBS Arena station.
- Family friendly
- Nursing suites are available; family restrooms are located throughout the concourses.
Home team:New York Islanders
No upcoming multi-sport weekend featuring UBS Arena on the calendar. See New York home weekends on the city hub →
Where to stay for UBS Arena
Garden City or Rockville Centre for proximity and dining options.
See full New York stay guide →Arrival and exit strategy
Rideshare and parking
Rideshare: The designated drop-off and pick-up area is located in the Emerald Parking Lot.
Parking: Parking must be purchased in advance via the Ticketmaster account manager or the arena website; parking is not sold on-site at the gates.
After the event
Local establishments in nearby Floral Park and Franklin Square along Hempstead Turnpike.
Works well with these New York venues
- Citi FieldAcross town · 13.6 mi
- Yankee StadiumAcross town · 19.0 mi
- Barclays CenterAcross town · 20.3 mi
- Madison Square GardenAcross town · 21.2 mi
- MetLife StadiumAcross town · 26.1 mi
Map context
Open in Google Maps →The game-day experience
- Atmosphere area: Located within Belmont Park, situated between the Grandstand and Hempstead Turnpike.
- Tailgating: Tailgating is permitted in designated parking lots (usually non-garage lots) but is strictly regulated; open flames and large-scale gatherings may be restricted.
- Signature food: Local favorites from the NYC/Long Island area, including Bacon on a Stick and various rotating local pop-up concepts.
- Fan tradition: The 'Islanders Chant' and the celebration of the team's history with notable chants for players.
- Pregame institution: Hendrickson's Tavern (810 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY 11010)